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October 2021 Newsletter

Message from the Principal

The number of students who do not attend school has significantly increased since the pandemic. We know that students and parents are being more cautious when an illness hits their household. That is understood (and appreciated). However, the toll the pandemic is having on motivation, hopefulness, and mental health is just starting to show itself. Many of us have seen this image being shared on social media:

2021 Fall Play - Anatomy of Gray

COVID Testing Consent Forms

Students will receive COVID testing consent forms from their advisory teacher on 10/5 and 10/6. Under our Return to Learn plan, we have ordered rapid tests and are training various staff to administer the test. Testing will not be completed without written and verbal consent.

If this is a service you would be interested in, please sign and return the form. If not interested, please disregard.

North High School Food Pantry

The North High School Food Pantry will continue this school year. We will continue our drive through pantry just like last year. Boxes of food will be passed out outside of the commons (lunchroom) doors. We ask those participating to remain in their cars and to wait to line up after buses have departed the property. The pantry will be open one Tuesday per month.

Food Pantry dates:

Oct. 12

Never Assume Someone Else Will Report It

Earn Your Silver Cord!
Who is Eligible?
All North High students who would like to help the community and others.

How Do I Qualify to receive the Silver Cord for Graduation?

Students must complete a minimum of forty hours of committee-approved community service in their sophomore, junior and senior years at North High School. You cannot average 40 hours over the three year span; forty hours must be completed within each school year. Our goal is to instill the idea of community service as a life-long pursuit. If students successfully complete the amount of hours necessary they will receive a silver cord to wear at commencement similar to the gold cords worn by academic award winners.

Documentation: Students MUST document all service activities on the Silver Cord Award Form provided by North High - one form for each site or project, signed by a supervisor at the site. ( A note confirming the students' service signed by the supervisor at the project is also acceptable. It must be attached to the Silver Cord Form). Forms can be submitted to Ms. Larson at North High School at any time during the year. For sophomores and juniors: if you don't turn in forms by the end of the school year, you may submit them at any time during the following fall. There is no specific deadline for underclassmen to submit forms, although it is best to turn them in as soon as they are completed. Seniors should submit all Silver Cord forms by May 2nd of senior year. Forms may be picked up from the office or can be printed using the links below.

Summer Service: Service hours earned during the summer after the academic year may be applied toward EITHER the prior or following year - student's choice. (For example, the summer after the sophomore year can apply toward either the sophomore or junior 40 hour requirement or divided between the two as needed). It is recommended that all summer projects be pre-approved in writing by Mrs. Brewer in the main office or a principal to make sure they are acceptable. Summer service that complies with the Silver Cord criteria will be accepted even if students were not able to submit pre-approval forms. Students should pick up blank Silver Cord Award forms before the end of school to use for documentation summer service. Please keep completed forms until you return to North in the fall. The Silver Cord Adviser will be responsible for keeping students' Silver Cord files.
Important details regarding the Silver Cord Award:
Acceptable service activities:Silver Cord hours must be for providing a SERVICE or meeting a clear NEED for a non-profit agency, church, school, park, charity program, fundraiser or community event. The service should be "above and beyond" one's usual scope of involvement and could be part of required service for a program such as Scouts or religious education. While some organizations meet during the school day, only hours outside of school time could be applied to Silver Cord service. If there is any question about whether a specific volunteer experience meets the criteria of "providing service" or "meeting a need" students should get prior approval from the Silver Cord Committee by submitting a pre-approval form. The Silver Cord Review Committee makes final determinations regarding service.
Organizations/Activities that have been approved:
Blood Bank/Blood Drives

Food Bank

United Way

Gospel Mission

Friendship Connections

Beyond The Bell

Goodwill

Watchful Eye Foundation

Local church activities

YMCA

Red Cross

Peer Tutoring/Extended Day

S.T.A.R.S

Humane Society

Head Start

Local medical centers

Retirement Homes

Salvation Army

Big Brothers/Big Sisters

Habitat for Humanity

Special Olympics

Ronald McDonald House

Junior League

American Heart Association

Art Splash

Ragbrai

Mid-Steps Service

Santa House
Important details regarding the Silver Cord Award:
Political Organizations or Candidates

Silver Cord hours CANNOT BE for a relative, or for pay or compensation of any kind. Other activities that would not be acceptable: NHS sports team managing, training or event timing or administration; most NHS music program events; concession stand or fundraising events in which proceeds benefit a NHS program; serving as a camp counselor while receiving free room and board ( some exceptions made for camps for children with disabilities); performing in a musical, dance, or theater group unless related to a social cause or charity benefit; participation on committees in which the focus is on one's own leadership development and does not include outreach to larger community. Court ordered community service hours are not eligible.

Attendance and Calling Students in Absent

Student attendance is crucial to learning. There are also statutory requirements with which parents must comply. Please refer to the Parent/Guardian and Student Handbook to review the District's attendance policy. Parents/guardians should notify a student's school regarding an absence within the first hour of the school day. If an absence is not reported, and a student does not attend school, the student's household will be contacted by the school office to report the absence home and inquire about the reason for the absence. Parents may be notified by phone call, email, and/or text. Limited information will be available by text message, so parents/guardians are encouraged to contact the school, review voice messages, and refer to email for extended information.

A parent or guardian must call the school within 24 hours of the absence. For example, if your student is absent Thursday, you will have until 4:00 pm on Friday to call. Messages can be left for excusing of absences. After 24 hours, students will be marked truant and may face consequences for them. Students who have any truancies will not be eligible for dances. Be sure to communicate absences with the main office at 712-239-7001. Students with unexcused absences will initiate automatic calls and text messages to inform parents/guardians.

Parents/guardians that download the Infinite Campus application available for Android and iPhone can also elect to get notifications pushed to a mobile phone with attendance updates from the school.

Parking and Driving Expectations

It is the responsibility of all visitors, students, and staff to safely drive to and on campus. Here are a few pieces of information about driving and parking on campus for new parents/students and those who need a refresher:

1. Park in designated areas. All allowed parking spaces are indicated by white lines. All vehicles must be within two lines when parked.

2. Students must park in the first main lot and spaces along the drive. The rear parking is designated for staff and visitors.

3. Parking in the fire lane is not tolerated due to safety. This may mean visitors and students will need to walk a bit to get to the front door.

4. The parking lot is filled with pedestrians. Speed should not exceed 10 mph.

5. ADA entrances and handicap accessible parking is located in two places. They are along the commons beneath the skywalks and behind the building in staff parking.

6. Parking permits are not required to park on campus.

Snow Days and School Calendar

The 2021-2022 Calendar has been set and is available here: http://www.siouxcityschools.org/calendars/ There are snow days built in this calendar. Please use this calendar when planning vacations. Please also consider leaving a few days, after the end of the year, as possible school make up days.

Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress Results
Future Test Dates:
ACT Information

September 11, 2021

October 23, 2021

December 11, 2021

February 12, 2022

April 2, 2022

June 11, 2022

July 16, 2022*

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October 2021 Newsletter The number of students who do not attend school has significantly increased since the pandemic. We know that students and parents are being more cautious when an illness hits their household. That is understood (and appreciated). However, the toll the pandemic is having on motivation, hopefulness, and mental health is just starting to show itself.

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The November Food Distribution will be Tuesday Nov 15 from 3-4pm. Drive through under the skywalk to pickup pre-boxed meals. Contact Mrs. Wanderscheid or Ms. Brewer in the main office for more information or to schedule an individual order

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Women's History Month Part 2: Non-fiction Titles

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Women's History Month Part 2: Non-fiction Titles

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Womens History Month Nonfiction Book Recommendations

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Long Term Commitments: Books in a Series

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Long Term Committments: Books in a Series

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Recommended Biographies and Autobiographies 

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Mental health resources for students, parents, and teachers
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Check out these titles!

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After school tutoring every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3-4:05 in the new Intervention Suite. Anyone is welcome!

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November is Native American Heritage Month! 

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November is Native American Heritage Month! 

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Books by Native authors, featuring Native characters.

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digitally accessible stories

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Teen Top 10 Book Recommendations *contest*

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Teen Top 10 Book Recommendations *contest*

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Vote for your favorite by Oct. 15

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Students: How to Access Your Edgenuity Classes

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Students: How to Access Your Edgenuity Classes

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If you are a virtual learner and have an Edgenuity class, here is what you need to do.

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If you liked "Black Panther..." Check out these book recommendations from Mrs. Tomlinson! 

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If you liked "Black Panther..." Check out these book recommendations from Mrs. Tomlinson! 

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Sioux City North High School, Sioux City, Iowa. 2,482 likes · 31 talking about this · 1,355 were here. 2016 US News and World Report America's Best High School Bronze Medal Winner

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For clothing and personal needs items, contact Mrs. Wanderscheid at 239-7000

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2021-2022 Dates
The North High School Food Pantry will continue this school year. We will continue our drive through pantry just like last year. Boxes of food will be passed out outside of the commons (lunchroom) doors. We ask those participating to remain in their cars and to wait to line up after buses have departed the property. The pantry will be open one Tuesday per month.

Food Pantry dates:

Oct. 12

Nov 15

Dec 14

Jan 11

Feb 8

Mar 8

April 5

May 3

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